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Victoria Bug Zoo

Looking at bugs while on holidays doesn't sound like it'd be appealing, but this is a fantastic little place filled with very knowledgeable and friendly guides, and where else would you get the chance to hold so many crazy creatures?

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Address: 631 Courtney St
Hours: Mon-Fri 11AM-4PM, Sat Sun 11AM-5PM; 10AM-6PM extended summer hours
Price: $14 (adult), $8 (youth) $10 (senior, student)
Website: victoriabugzoo.ca (opens in a new tab)

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